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Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 12 May 2025
1. About Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They serve a variety of purposes — from keeping a website functioning correctly to helping us understand how visitors navigate our pages. This policy explains which cookies we use at thongates.biz, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
2. Cookies We Use
We use three categories of cookies. Essential cookies are always active as they are necessary for the site to work. Other categories require your consent.
| Category | Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | ta_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference so we do not ask again on subsequent visits | 12 months |
| Analytics | _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics — helps us understand how visitors find and use the site so we can improve it | Up to 24 months |
| Analytics | _fbp | Facebook Pixel — records page visits for understanding campaign reach; no advertising is run | 90 days |
| Analytics | _uetsid, _uetvid | Microsoft Clarity / Bing — session analytics to understand general visitor patterns | Up to 13 months |
| Functional | ta_lang_pref | Remembers your language or display preferences if set during your visit | 6 months |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services such as Google Analytics, Meta (Facebook), and Microsoft. These services operate under their own privacy policies. We have no direct control over the cookies they set, though we only activate them where you have consented to analytics cookies.
4. Your Preferences
You may update your cookie preferences at any time using the controls below. Changes take effect immediately and your choice is saved for future visits.
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. No personal advertising.
Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences and display choices during and between visits.
Your preferences have been saved.
5. Browser-Level Controls
In addition to the controls above, you can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Note that blocking all cookies may affect the functioning of some websites. Guidance for common browsers:
6. Policy Updates
We may revise this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, the updated date at the top of this page will reflect the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
7. Contact
If you have questions about how we use cookies, please contact us:
Thong Atelier
9/14 Phetkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +66 32 547 8190